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Potato leek soup | A creamy classic for cold days
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Potato leek soup | A creamy classic for cold days

A creamy, mild soup with potatoes and leeks—simple, satisfying and perfect for both weeknights and cozy winter meals.

TraditionalEverydaySoupDinnerKartoflerVegetarian
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35 min total
4 servings
Very Easy

Ingredients

servings
Units
  • 1.3 lb Potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 stk Leeks, cleaned and sliced
  • 1 stk Onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp Butter or oil
  • 4¼ cup Vegetable stock
  • about 0.4 cup Heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Sauté the vegetables

    1. Melt the butter in a pot and cook the onion and leeks for 3–4 minutes until soft.
    2. Do not let them brown; they should simply turn translucent.
    4 min
  2. 2

    Add potatoes and stock

    1. Add the potatoes and pour in the stock. Cook for 20 minutes, until the potatoes are completely tender.
    2. Cover with a lid to keep in the steam.
    20 min
    100°C
  3. 3

    Blend the soup

    1. Blend the soup with an immersion blender until completely smooth. Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper.
    2. Warm through briefly, but do not boil after the cream has been added.
    5 min
  4. 4

    Serve

    1. Serve in bowls topped with crisp bacon, chives or croutons.
    2. Drizzle with a little olive oil for a polished finish if you like.
    2 min

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Details

Nutrition

Calories

220kcal

Protein

5g

Fat

8g

Carbs

30g

Serving Size

350g

Dietary

Allergens

Dairy

Restrictions

  • Contains Dairy

Serving

Suggestions

  • • Serve straight away.

Side Pairings

  • • Toasted rye bread for dipping in the sauce

Dessert Pairings

  • • Fruit

Storage

Fresh

  • • Duration: 3 days
  • • Temperature: 4°C
  • • Method: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Frozen

  • • Duration: 3 months
  • • Temperature: -18°C
  • • Method: Freeze without cream — add cream when reheating.

Reheating

  • • Pot: Reheat gently, stirring, until heated through. (Medium heat)

Tips

Preparation

  • • Slice the leeks thinly for faster cooking.
  • • Cook the potatoes until tender, but avoid overcooking, which can make the texture grainy.

Cooking

  • • Add the cream at the end for an especially smooth texture.
  • • Blend for a good while for a silky consistency.

Serving

  • • Top with bacon, croutons or chives for contrast.
  • • Serve in deep bowls with a drizzle of olive oil for a modern finish.

Variations

Flavor

  • Add a little grated nutmeg for warm notes.
  • Blend in a handful of cauliflower for extra creaminess.

Health

  • Replace cream with milk for a lighter version.
  • Use coconut milk for a vegan version.

Method

  • Baked

Toppings

  • Crispy bacon and chives
  • Toasted croutons and a little olive oil
  • A sprinkle of cheese for extra flavour

Author

M

Michael

Madentusiast med forkærlighed for nordisk comfort food og klassiske retter i moderne udtryk.

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Author

M

Michael

Madentusiast med forkærlighed for nordisk comfort food og klassiske retter i moderne udtryk.